In addition to the required ORV permit, there's also a nightly camping fee of $6/night for Barnstable residents and $12 per night for everyone else.

Note: SCV camping on Sandy Neck is limited to 4 consecutive nights at a time. After that, you'll have to leave for 24 hours before returning.

Permits are available at the Sandy Neck Gatehouse, at the end of Sandy Neck Road in West Barnstable.

For more information on camping at Sandy Neck, see the park's website, or call the Gatehouse at (508) 362-8300 or the Marine and Environmental Affairs Office at (508) 790-6272.

Race Point BeachProvincetown, MA

At the opposite end of the Cape, camping on remote Race Point is the ultimate "get away from it all" adventure!

Out on Race Point, nothing comes between you and Mother Nature.You'll be right there, smack in the midst of miles and miles of rolling dunes, spectacular shoreline, and there's a good chance you'll see the occasional family of seals sunning on the sand or whales cruising by just offshore.

Sound amazing? It is! Race Point is one of the most beautiful spots on Cape Cod.

Race Point - Provincetown, MA

To go SCV camping at Race Point, you'll also need a special permit.

Here's where it gets really good ...

Permit Fees:

SCV 7-Day - $75

SCV Annual - $225

Yes, you read that right! Only $75 per week for a permit to camp on one of the prettiest beaches on Cape Cod!

SCV beach camping at Race Point is limited to 100 vehicles per night and restricted to 21 days per vehicle from July 1st through Labor Day.

Here's where you can find out all about SCV camping on the National Seashore and download an advance permit application. The National Seashore's phone number for more info is (508) 487-2100.

Important Reminder:

Open/closed dates, rates, availability, etc., may change at any time, without notice and without my knowledge. Before making any travel plans, you should contact campsite management directly to confirm up-to-the-moment info.

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